Architect

About the Role and Company

Based in Ottawa, Canada’s capital, our team specializes in delivering architectural services with a focus on public sector projects, including government and community buildings. Our expertise extends into Security and Defence sectors and historical restoration initiatives, such as Parliament Hill, preserving Canadian heritage landmarks. We create functional, collaborative spaces that serve government clients and enrich community life.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team responsible for architectural design development and preparing construction documentation.
• Oversee architectural staff, conduct project meetings, and coordinate multidisciplinary building teams.
• Review internal models and drawings for BIM compliance and quality assurance.
• Conduct research on building materials, technologies, and products to integrate into project specifications and details.
• Manage external consultants and maintain client communications.
• Provide technical and administrative leadership to ensure projects meet client expectations, budgets, quality standards, and schedules.
• Handle project financial management, including planning, forecasting, scheduling, staffing, and liaising with accounting.
• Conduct site visits and travel as needed.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Registered architect in Ontario or eligible for registration with the Ontario Association of Architects (OAA).
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant architectural experience.
• Understanding of Provincial and National building standards and codes.
• Bilingualism in French and English is advantageous.
• Proficient with BIM principles, Revit, AutoCAD, Microsoft 365, and Bluebeam software.
• Familiarity with visualization tools and Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
• Experience or knowledge in sectors such as Government, Security and Defence, Laboratories, Sports and Entertainment, or Transportation is beneficial but not mandatory.

Compensation

The salary range varies by region:

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $80,800 - $107,000 CAD
• MB & ON: $73,700 - $101,500 CAD
• NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $73,000 - $96,000 CAD

The final salary is influenced by education, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, and organizational needs, and may be adjusted accordingly.

Additional Information

Architecture49 is a national firm with offices across Canada, focused on creativity, innovation, social responsibility, and employee well-being. We promote an inclusive culture with employee resource groups supporting diverse communities.

We maintain a strategic partnership with WSP, providing access to international projects and shared services such as benefits and corporate training.

We embrace Truth and Reconciliation commitments, uphold safety as a fundamental value, and require compliance with all health and safety policies, including client regulations during site visits.

Employment offers for safety-sensitive and fieldwork positions require the ability to perform physical tasks under various environmental conditions safely.